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Sector reassures after private school VAT change confirmed

Councils believe they can manage the increase in demand for school places after Labour’s removal of VAT exemptions on private schools.

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By Martin Ford | 30 July 2024
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Councils believe they can manage the increase in demand for school places after Labour's removal of VAT exemptions on private schools.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves this week confirmed that VAT will be charged on private school fees from 1 January, with parents prevented from avoiding the tax by paying fees in advance. 

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